In Scotland we should be rightly proud of what is often referred to as “our world-leading homelessness legislation”. This is something that Shelter Scotland fought for and worked with MSPs...
Category: Policy
It’s time to say ‘yes to DSS’
The message from private renters is clear: ‘No DSS’ adverts or policies are encountered far too often – and it is time something was done about that. ‘No DSS’ means landlords and letting...
A wake-up call on homelessness – enough talking, it’s time for action
Today’s statistics paint a depressing picture. Homelessness applications are on the rise again for the first time in nine years. Temporary accommodation use has increased for the fourth...
Rent Pressure Zones: what next?
There’s no doubt that rents in many areas of Scotland are rising and this is showing little sign of slowing. The reality of this for many thousands of private renters is that their housing...
The Unaffordable Private Rented Sector: Why it’s time to thaw the LHA freeze
Last week, the Scottish Government published its third report into the impact of welfare reform, which confirms worries that the private rented sector is increasingly unaffordable for many...